Therapeutic Recreation Processes and Techniques, 8th Ed

Therapeutic Recreation Processes and Techniques, 8th Ed
Author: DAVID R. AUSTIN
Publisher:
Total Pages: 600
Release: 2018-08-02
Genre:
ISBN: 9781571679284

An extensive and up-to-date treatment on the topic of recreational therapy, the eighth edition of Therapeutic Recreation Processes and Techniques: Evidence-Based Recreational Therapy continues to focus on the practice of recreational therapy, with a philosophy of practice that has been consistent since the first edition in 1982. Like prior editions, this new edition attempts to offer a theory-based, evidence-based, client-centered approach to practice, offering many new references and an expanded discussion of facilitation techniques. This edition also emphasizes aspects of practice rated as critical in recreational therapy and offers information on recreational therapy topics such as the helping relationship, leadership, communication skills, and clinical supervision.

Therapeutic Recreation

Therapeutic Recreation
Author: David R. Austin
Publisher: Benjamin-Cummings Publishing Company
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2001
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780205328291

B> This comprehensive book is a helpful resource in understanding therapeutic recreation and the challenges presented by clients. Now in its third edition, this book is based upon a systematic approach to therapeutic recreation service. It combines knowledge from professionals in the field of therapeutic recreation with current research findings, case studies, and an accessible writing. For anyone with an interest in therapeutic recreation.

Facilitation Techniques in Therapeutic Recreation

Facilitation Techniques in Therapeutic Recreation
Author: John Dattilo
Publisher: Ingram
Total Pages: 708
Release: 2016-05-31
Genre: Recreational therapy
ISBN: 9781939476098

This third edition was written to be a resource for TR professionals and students so that they can gain insight into some of the facilitation techniques used by TR specialists. The facilitation techniques provided in this edition are not intended to be comprehensive; rather, we attempt to present those techniques that many of the authors implemented while delivering TR services.

Client Assessment in Therapeutic Recreation Services

Client Assessment in Therapeutic Recreation Services
Author: Norma J. Stumbo
Publisher: Ingram
Total Pages: 344
Release: 2002
Genre: Medical
ISBN:

This book fills a gap in the therapeutic recreation literature concerning client assessment. It educates the reader about the importance of client assessment, how assessment relates to treatment planning and programming, and ways to improve the process of data collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting..

Therapeutic Recreation Processes & Techniques

Therapeutic Recreation Processes & Techniques
Author: David R. Austin
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: Recreational therapy
ISBN: 9781571677518

This 7th edition has been extensively updated and revised in order to offer a sound knowledge base, current techniques, and the latest evidence upon which to base practice. In fact, the subtitle, "Evidence-Based Recreational Therapy", has been added to emphasise the importance of evidence-based practice in recreational therapy. Today recreational therapists must possess a broad knowledge base that offers them a foundation for practice. This book explores how to practice recreational therapy yet provides theoretical and empirical evidence to support practice.

Recreational Therapy Assessment

Recreational Therapy Assessment
Author: Thomas K. Skalko
Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2020
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1492558257

Recreational Therapy Assessment is an evidence-based guide connecting the recreational therapy assessment process with the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) to help therapeutic recreation professionals classify individuals' functionality to better meet the needs of clients.

Therapeutic Recreation Program Design

Therapeutic Recreation Program Design
Author: Norma J. Stumbo
Publisher: Benjamin-Cummings Publishing Company
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2004
Genre: Recreation
ISBN: 9780805354973

Therapeutic Recreation Program Design uses the most up-to-date information and powerful study tools to help students learn how to synthesize different elements of therapeutic recreation into one cohesive program. The Fourth Edition features comprehensive end-of-chapter materials including practice tests, discussion questions, and activities that provide students with an easy, accessible way to study the material. The book has been thoroughly updated to include the latest government/organization regulations, and more client examples have been woven through each chapter to give students practical illustrations of the theories presented in the text.

Therapeutic Recreation Leadership and Programming

Therapeutic Recreation Leadership and Programming
Author: Robin Ann Kunstler
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Total Pages: 418
Release: 2010
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0736068554

Therapeutic Recreation Leadership and Programming arms students with the information they need to succeed as therapeutic recreation specialists. They'll learn the practical aspects of the profession and develop a leadership mind-set. The book focuses on day-to-day tasks of the TRS and integrates ethical considerations into each aspect of the job.

Recreational Therapy Basics, Techniques, and Interventions

Recreational Therapy Basics, Techniques, and Interventions
Author: Heather R. Porter
Publisher: Idyll Arbor
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015-12-10
Genre: Medical rehabilitation
ISBN: 9781882883974

Recreational Therapy Basics, Techniques, and Interventions provides 51 chapters about recreational therapy practice. Ten chapters describe the basics including topics such as activity and task analysis, body mechanics, consequences of inactivity, and effects of stress. There are 41 chapters with in-depth descriptions of techniques and interventions used by recreational therapists. These include adaptive sports, behavior strategies, disability rights education, medical play, social skills training, walking and gait training, and wheelchair mobility. Each chapter has a thorough discussion of how to apply the technique along with indications, contraindications, and efficacy research supporting the use of the technique. Expected outcomes, documentation, and links to ICF codes connect the intervention to the therapists work as part of the healthcare team.